Self Storage Packing Tips
- Plan ahead
- Pack frequently used items last (fridges, main beds, etc...)
- Use packing cartons as they contain everything into a consistent size and shape. This helps to make it easy to stack the boxes into your storage unit. Keep the heavy boxes on the bottom and the light ones on top.
- Do not make your cartons too heavy as this will make them hard to move. We suggest packing the heavy items into the small cartons and the light items into big cartons, this helps to keep the weight down.
- Wrap fragile and breakable items in protective products such as tissue paper, butchers paper and bubble wrap. Clearly mark these as fragile items.
- Put books into a small carton as they will be heavy. Stack them flat to protect their spines and don’t put any fragile items with them.
- Don’t over fill the cartons as they can break or bulge making it harder to stack. If you need to buy more boxes, there are plenty to look at our store. To view click here.
- Tape your boxes well.
- Mark your boxes on each side and on the top to make them easier to locate. Write down what is inside the cartons so that you don’t have trouble remembering what is in them.
- Disassemble as many large items as possible as this will help with stacking.
- Protect your sofas, chairs and mattresses with specially designed covers.
- Use bubble wrap for mirrors or glass table tops.
- Clean your fridge and defrost your freezer.
- Clean outdoor furniture so that there are no creepy crawlies waiting for you when you next access your unit
- Drain all oil and petrol from your lawn mower and any other mechanical items to ensure they don’t spill out.
- Put your shovels and gardening tools inside a bin or use or specially designed tool box.
- Remember to take a rest and keep your energy levels up.